Immigration Law Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Law Associate with 4+ years of experience in employment-based immigration law matters for their Washington, D.C. office. The position offers the flexibility of hybrid or fully remote work. The successful candidate will join a high-volume corporate practice, focusing on H-1B, L-1, TN, and PERM matters, with opportunities to lead a team and manage corporate client relationships.

Duties

• Counsel clients and oversee a high volume of employment-based immigration cases.
• Prepare immigration petitions and applications, assessing eligibility and developing evidence.
• Draft and review H-1B, L-1, TN petitions, and PERM Labor Certification responses.
• Draft correspondence to administrative agencies and respond to requests for evidence.
• Conduct PERM cycle placement and workforce planning analyses.
• Conduct in-depth research to support cases and projects.
• Develop an expert understanding of client industries.
• Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues and support projects.
• Communicate regularly with clients and foreign nationals on case matters.
• Support clients in immigration program management and compliance.
• Delegate and supervise work of junior associates and paralegal staff.
• Contribute to the development of practice processes for efficiency.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission.
• Prior corporate account management experience.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and take on added responsibilities.
• Ability to show initiative and work as part of a team.
• Ability to edit work of paralegals and support staff.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with immigration-specific case management software is a plus.
• Excellent time management skills.

Education

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• Collaborative, inclusive team environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with firm match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Corporate wellness benefit.